DRAYTON – The latest version of Mapleton Township’s draft budget features a 2022 tax rate that is lower than earlier projected and a total tax burden that is actually lower than it was in 2020.
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WDGPH reporting 26 new COVID-19 cases over weekend
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) is reporting 26 new COVID-19 cases over the weekend (Nov. 19 to 21). The region’s active case count sits at 72 as of Nov. 22.
Residents evacuated near scene of major structure fire in Palmerston
PALMERSTON - Residents near the scene of a major structure fire in Palmerston are currently being evacuated due to heavy smoke in the area.
Palmerston EarlyON Child and Family Centre officially opened
PALMERSTON – Wellington County’s newest EarlyOn Child and Family Centre was officially opened here Nov. 19.
Health Canada approves COVID-19 vaccine for children aged five to 11
OTTAWA - Five to 11 year-olds are now eligible to receive COVID-19 vaccinations after Health Canada approved the use of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, with a modified dosing formulation, for the age group on Nov. 19.
Children aged five to 11 are now eligible for COVID-19 vaccination, here’s what you need to know
WELLINGTON COUNTY - Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health received 17,100 child-sized doses of the Pfizer vaccine following Health Canada's approval of the pediatric vaccine on Nov. 19. Appointments can now be booked for children in the health unit's region with vaccination beginning Nov. 25.
With transphobia and homophobia on the rise, CWDHS students rise up
FERGUS - Students at Centre Wellington District High School walked out of class en masse Friday morning to show their support for trans, gay, bi, Black, Indigenous, and other marginalized students after several transphobic and homophobic incidents at the school.
The search is on for builder of Brent Barnes Memorial Skatepark
WELLINGTON NORTH - The bidding is on for design proposals for the Brent Barnes Memorial Skatepark, hoped to be built on Arthur's former fairgrounds, by June 15, 2022.
Family dog found safe and well following house fire; rebuilding of family’s life begins
GUELPH/ERAMOSA - A beloved chocolate labradoodle has been found after a Nov. 13 house fire displaced a Guelph/Eramosa family. Now, the family is embarking on a long journey to rebuild their lives.
Draft Guelph/Eramosa budget anticipates 2.4% tax increase in 2022
GUELPH/ERAMOSA – After coming in at a zero per cent tax increase in the 2021 budget, the Township of Guelph/Eramosa is predicting residents will see a 2.4% increase in taxes to support the township’s 2022 budget.
With snow squalls forecasted for Wellington County, here are some winter driving safety tips
WELLINGTON COUNTY - Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued snow squall warnings and winter weather travel advisories on Nov. 18 covering Wellington County.
Minto approves funding requests from Palmerston Lions, Harriston Skating Club
MINTO – Council approved requests for COVID-19 relief funding from the Palmerston Lions Club and Harriston Skating Club at the Nov. 16 meeting.
Fergus Zehrs reopened after compressor explosion, release of Freon gas
FERGUS - The Zehrs at 800 Tower Street in Fergus was closed after what is being described as an explosion in a compressor room, resulting in the spreading of Freon gas in the store.
Pierpoint neighbourhood group regroups for future township delegation
FERGUS - The Pierpoint neighbourhood group is regrouping after its recent delegation before the county roads committee and honing in on a strategy to bring their cause before Centre Wellington council.
Minto Arts Christmas Show and Silent Auction underway for 2021
HARRISTON – The Minto Arts Council’s annual Christmas show and silent auction opened Nov. 16 and continues until to Dec. 4